Your ABS and Floater Solution

[BADDRIDE II]

I don't think that this particular solution is designed to be used with cambered rear ends......Clearly, you don't want the be replacing the ZR1 hubs on a regular basis.



Andrew

Actually, this set-up is being advertised with the option of camber/toe (read below)....not sure why though as it would seem obvious (as you stated) that this would not last at all....wonder why this would be offered when it is obvious it should'nt?


[QUOTE=chicane67;870537]To add some other details and add some possible explanation... I'll hit a few points about its unique benefits.

Axle shafts:
All axle shafts are one piece, forged blank machined from HY-TUF. The engineered axle-shaft is a true "full floater" design... meaning, that you can pull the axle without removing the wheel assembly. Available options for this component are custom length, gun drilling and modifications for cambered/toe applications. I can do 300M... but in my 25+ years of drive-train development... 300M isn't a real good choice for torsional loading in more than a single direction, not to mention HY-TUF is more than adequate for any power and traction level used for any application used in this FORUM.

[ace_xp2]

Of note, Mark Williams uses 300M in their 40 spline axles while Strange engineering uses Hy-Tuf for theirs. Neither company shows any amount failure rate clearly beyond the other, though I must note that Strange gun drills to 7/8" while MW goes out to 1 1/16". (40 spline reference because MW uses funky spline angles on everything but 40 spline, which makes comparison a little more difficult).

Also, it seems that at one time MW did 300M in other axle sizes, and at the time they weren't street recommended due to being to brittle. But it wasn't a torsional direction, which I think was merely an error of parlance on Chicanes part. Rather, the flanges tended to pop off when encountering bumps in the road (loaded in a vertical direction). They don't have a problem with the 40 spline on the street, but if you look at the size of them, it's pretty clear why. (Obviously, losing a flange shouldn't be an issue when there isn't one a la floater)

And as for camber/toe, as has been noted previously crowned splines can work quite well with only 24 splines of partial engagement, this system would offer 30?

[Samckitt]

That's cool. What is that, a Vette outer bearing hub assy with a custom adapter to allow it to mount to the axle ends? Interested to see what you have for the 8.5"

[killer69]

Just wanted to come on here and give an update. Chicane67 has come up with a very cool design and Speedtech is very excited about being able to partner and bring this product to market.
Currently we are ready to start production, I have a few being built now for customers as well as one that will be in ResurreXion (my Nova) for RTTC, I will also have a display unit at RTTC.
there are some limits to the ordering of these rearends,
1. NO you can not oreder the parts seperately and install them your self. The housing alignment is to critical.
2. NO you can not retrofit the ends to your existing housing, feel free to sell that one.
3. NO you can not order the housing with out suspension brackets and weld them on yourself. again housing alignment is critical.
4.YES you can get "NEW" suspension brackets from the company who's suspension you are running, supply all the dimensions required to attach them and for an additional labour fee of approx 130.00 they can be installed.
5. The housings are available with out a 3rd member in 31. 35 spline is an option CALL if that is what your interested in.
6. YES you can run any Corvette rear brake kit.
7. Yes there are options for different widths
8. YES We can also supply Very high quality all American made Center sections to complete the packace. ( Trutrack and Aluminum case upgrades if desired.)
9. YES there will be provisions for fluid circulation and cooling if requested.
10. YES for an additional charge you can request ARP wheel studs in 12mm or 1/2
This Floater will ONLY be available for 9" ford rear ends, NO others sorry

Camber and Toe adjustability and or preset is NOT an option at this time, we are working on getting more information on the possibility of being able to do this in the future, I know Chicane has been working on this and can probably give an update soon.

If anyone is interested call me directly, I can even deliver no charge to RTTC if you place an order in the next couple of days. sorry about the short notice.
Blake